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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01 PC Minutes 04-23-13 Item # 1 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 23, 2013 7:09 p.m. CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Lumbard ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Kozak Chair Pro Tem Thompson Commissioners Altowaiji, Lumbard, and Smith Given 1. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS AND CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION TO KEN ECKMAN AND FRED MOORE. Staff Present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Lois Bobak, Assistant City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Director of Community Development Justina Willkom, Assistant Director of Community Development Scott Reekstin, Principal Planner Amy Stonich, Senior Planner Ken Nishikawa, Tustin Legacy Development Services Manager Matt West, Redevelopment Project Manager Adrianne DiLeva-Johnson, Management Assistant None PUBLIC CONCERNS Approved CONSENT CALENDAR: 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – APRIL 09, 2013, PLANNING COMMISSION. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the April 09, 2013, meeting as provided. Motion: It was moved by Altowaiji, seconded by Thompson to move the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Adopted Resolution 3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2013-03 – FITNESS GYM. No. 4219 The applicant is proposing to establish and operate a fitness gym, called CrossFit Tustin, within an existing building located at 2682 Walnut Avenue. CrossFit Tustin is described as an elite training facility which includes high intensity workouts in under an hour. The proposed use would operate with small groups and one-on-one training at intervals Monday through Friday from 6 A.M. through 8 P.M. and on Saturdays between the hours of 9 A.M. and noon. APPLICANT: Tim Brooks and Joel Thompson Catalyst Fitness, Inc. DBA CrossFit Tustin 3053 Edinger Avenue Tustin, CA 92780 PROPERTY OWNER: Andrew S. Friedman Trust PROJECT LOCATION: 2682 Walnut Avenue 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. 4219 approving Conditional Use Permit 2013-03 authorizing a fitness gym (CrossFit Tustin) within an existing building at 2682 Walnut Avenue, subject to conditions of approval. Stonich Gave a presentation of the item. Commissioner questions generally included: why restrict hours of operation if there is no impact on the surrounding uses; occupancy rating and parking limitations; and, the difference between new and current conditions of approval for the business. Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 2 of 9 The public hearing opened at 7:25 p.m. The applicant, Joel Thompson, stepped forward to address the Commission. Mr. Thompson thanked the Commission for their consideration, and stated they would be able to operate at a higher capacity in their new location. Responded to the Commission’s question regarding hours of operation by stating that there is no desire for the hours to be extended at this time and that they may remain as requested. Stated that he had read and understood all of the Conditions of Approval. The public hearing closed at 7:28 p.m. Lumbard Stated the business is a positive addition to the community. Altowaiji Had no further comments. Smith Wished the applicant success. Thompson Would like to move approval of the item. Stated it is wonderful to see the business growing. Kozak Echoed the comments of his fellow Commissioners. Stated the new site will be excellent for this business. Motion: It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Lumbard, to adopt Resolution No. 4219 as amended. Motion carried 5-0. Adopted Resolution 4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2013-04 – RESTAURANT No. 4220 and 4221 WITH DRIVE-THROUGH, AND MODIFICATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2012-01 – AMENDMENT OF PREVIOUSLY APPROVED MASTER SIGN PROGRAM. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2013-04 is a request to establish a restaurant with drive-through service to support a Starbucks Coffee Shop use within a retail building at the site. It has also been requested to modify the previously approved Master Sign Program to allow an additional freeway-oriented pylon sign. APPLICANT: Dennis Reyling Tustin Retail SPE, LLC (on behalf of R.D. Olson) 2955 Main Street, Third Floor Irvine, CA 92614 Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 3 of 9 PROPERTY OWNER: City of Tustin PROJECT LOCATION: 15121 Newport Avenue ENVIRONMENTAL: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15333 (Class 32) and Section 15311 (Class 11) of Title 14, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations (guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act). RECOMMENDATION: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 4220 approving Conditional Use Permit 2013-04 (authorizing a restaurant with drive-through); and, 2. Adopt Resolution No. 4221 modifying the Master Sign Program previously approved by Conditional Use Permit 2012-01 authorizing a second pylon sign at the site (the southwesterly corner of Edinger Avenue and Newport Avenue adjacent to the SR 55 Freeway within the Pacific Center East Specific Plan (SP 11)). Ogdon Gave a presentation of the item. Planning Commission questions generally included: provisions of the Master Sign Program; clarification on the current property owner; justification for a new pylon sign, and, ensuring all tenants on the sign have line-of-site visibility. Ogdon Added that an amendment to the DDA was approved by City Council at the prior Tuesday’s meeting, and now awaits Planning Commission consideration. The public hearing opened at 7:40 p.m. The applicant, Dennis Reyling, stepped forward. Thanked the Commission for their consideration. Stated it was wonderful to work with staff on making improvements to the project. Responded to Commission questions by stating that all of the tenants signs will be visible, as the lowest sign is 15 feet high. Sated that additional signage Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 4 of 9 was requested to accommodate all tenants in the center as well as the hotels. The public hearing closed at 7:46 p.m. Stated the project has been an excellent collaborative effort Kozak between staff and the applicant. Added that the refinements are an improvement to the project. Thompson Is grateful that there will be a Starbucks in this area, and is pleased with the outcome of the entire project as a whole. Altowaiji Stated the project is a great addition to the community, and appreciates the applicant contributing to payment for a traffic signal. Smith Stated staff did an excellent job working on the project, and recognized the importance of freeway oriented signage. Brought to staff’s attention that traffic control in the area should continue be monitored closely during peak hours. Motion: It was moved by Altowaiji, seconded by Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 4220 and 4221. Motion carried 5-0. Adopted Resolution 5. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA) 2013-001, MCAS No. 4222 and 4223 TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (SPA) 2013- 001, AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA) 2013- 002 – SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCCD). The proposed project is a request to amend the Tustin General Plan by adding a new local street (Bell Avenue) to the City’s circulation element; amend MCAS Tustin Specific Plan 2013-001 by incorporating text allowing private for-profit non-educational uses and increase allowable building square footages within the education village (Neighborhood A) of the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan and adding a new local street (Bell Avenue); and Development Agreement 2013-002 to facilitate the development, conveyance, and land exchange of an approximate 90 acre site within the boundaries of the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan. APPLICANTS: South Orange County Community College District 28000 Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, CA 92692 Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 5 of 9 AND City of Tustin PROPERTY OWNERS: City of Tustin AND South Orange County Community College District 28000 Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, CA 92692 AND U.S. Department of Navy PROJECT LOCATION: Neighborhood A of MCAS Tustin Specific Plan generally bounded by Red Hill Avenue to the West, A vacant site that is planned for a public Community Park across Valencia Avenue to the North, Armstrong Avenue and Ranch Santiago Community College District Sheriff’s Training Academy to the South. ENVIRONMENTAL: An environmental checklist has been prepared for the project and concluded that these actions do not result in any new significant environmental impacts or a substantial increase in the severity of any previously identified significant impacts in the FEIS/EIR. Moreover, no new information of substantial importance has surfaced since certification of the FEIS/EIR. However, because some changes and additions were required to the FEIS/EIR, the City has prepared an addendum to the FEIS/EIR. RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4222, recommending that the City Council approving the Addendum to Final EIS/EIR for Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 6 of 9 General Plan Amendment (GPA) 2013-001, MCAS Tustin Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) 2013-001, and Development Agreement (DA) 2013-002. 2. That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4223, recommending that the City Council approve: a. GPA 2013-001 by adding a new local street (Bell Avenue) to service adjacent uses; b. SPA 2013-001 by incorporating text allowing private for-profit non-educational uses within the education village (Neighborhood A) of the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan, increase allowable building square footages within Neighborhood A and adding a new local street (Bell Avenue); and, c. DA 2013-002 to facilitate the development, conveyance, and land exchange within the boundaries of the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan. Willkom and West Gave a presentation of the item. Commission questions generally included: clarification on the trip cap and trip generation; placement of traffic signals at Bell/Red Hill and Bell/Armstrong; consideration of lengthening left-turn pockets; mitigation at intersections affected by an increased trip generation; clarification on the sublease agreement between the City and the Navy; and, the use of a small parcel of land owned by SOCCCD. The public hearing opened and closed at 8:23 p.m. No speakers stepped forward. Lumbard, Altowaiji Had no further comments at this time. Smith Inquired further about the parcel of land discussed prior to the public hearing. Jeremy Krout spoke representing SOCCCD. Discussed the use of the parcel inquired on by the Commission. Stated there has been discussion regarding using the parcel for additional parking, signage, or landscaping. Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 7 of 9 Thompson Added to Commissioner Smith’s inquiry on the City’s regulatory capacity over the use of the parcel of land. Wanted to ensure that the Conditions of Approval adequately provide an opportunity for the City to review any proposed use of the land. Kozak Called for a motion of approval for the item. Thanked staff for their work on the item and looks forward to development of the project. Motion: It was moved by Smith, seconded by Thompson, to adopt Resolution No. 4222 and 4223 as amended. Motion carried 5-0. None REGULAR BUSINESS STAFF CONCERNS: The Director reported as follows:  Stated that there is a tentative City Tour scheduled for May th 14, 2013, and that the proper notification will be provided if the tour moves forward. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Smith  Appreciated the opportunity to work with his fellow Commissioners and stated he is learning a lot from them. Thanked staff for being so responsive to his questions. Lumbard  Attended the OC Parks Workshop held at the North Hangar. Encouraged the Commission and staff to attend future workshops. Stated it was wonderful to see the community turn-out at the workshop. Altowaiji  Apologized for missing the OC Parks Workshop and stated he would have loved to attend;  Thanked Ken Eckman and Fred Moore for their service to the community as part of the Planning Commission, wished them all the best;  Congratulated staff on recent promotions. Thompson  Attended the TCA Board Meeting;  Was privileged to speak at the National Association of Women in Construction conference; th  Wished his Aunt Fay Fredriksen a Happy 90 Birthday. Stated her and her late husband, Walt, were the founders of the Tustin Hacienda; Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 8 of 9 Thompson Cont.  Requested that the meeting be adjourned in honor of th Richard Vining who passed away on March 18, 2013, at 75 years old. He was a wonderful member of the community and served on the Cultural Resources Advisory Committee for a time. Stated he had a great wealth of historical knowledge of the City of Tustin. Kozak  Thanked staff for their thorough work on this evening’s items;  Congratulated and thanked Ken Eckman and Fred Moore for their service on the Planning Commission, and for Ken’s prior service to the Community Services Commission;  Attended the OC Parks workshop at the North Hangar. Stated there were excellent presentations given, and it was wonderful to be able to provide input on the project and plans;  Attended the memorial service for George Jeffries. Stated he provided wonderful service to the City and County as Treasurer. Would like to also adjourn the meeting in his honor. 8:42 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Adjourned in Honor of Richard Vining and George Jeffries Minutes – Planning Commission April 23, 2013 – Page 9 of 9