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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00 PC AgendaAGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 8, 2014 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chair Pro Tern Lumbard ROLL CALL: Commissioners Altowaiji, Kozak, Smith, Thompson PUBLIC CONCERNS: (Limited to 3 minutes per person for items not on the agenda) At this time members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission (NO action can be taken on off - agenda items unless authorized by law). If you wish to address the Commission on any matter, please fill out one of the forms located at the speaker's podium so that your remarks within the recording of the meeting can be attributed to you. Completion of this form is not mandatory, but accurately provides your information for the record. CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time of the voting on the motion unless members of the Commission, staff, or public request specific items to be discussed and /or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. Written materials relating to agenda items for an open session regular meeting of the Planning Commission that are distributed to a majority of the Planning Commission less than 72 hours prior to the meeting are available for public Inspection at the following locations: At the Community Development Department — Planning counter - during regular business hours and following business hours (after 5:30 p.m.) in the Council Chamber on the day of the meeting. I--@ In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (714) 573.3025. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MARCH 25, 2014, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the March 25, 2014 meeting as provided. Agenda — Planning Commission April 8, 2014 — Page 1 of 3 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2013 -13 & DESIGN REVIEW 2013 -11 A request to construct and operate an unmanned wireless telecommunications facility consisting of a fifty (50) foot tall mono - eucalyptus faux tree with twelve (12) panel antennas and associated equipment at 14450 Chambers Road. On March 31, 2014, the applicant requested a continuance of the item to April 22, 2014. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission table the item to allow additional time to review the revised plan. Presented by: Scott Reekstin, Principal Planner REGULAR BUSINESS: 3. CODE ENFORCEMENT COMMENDATION Code Enforcement investigates and enforces municipal codes and regulations to maintain a safe and desirable community. Code Enforcement Officers (Officers) are responsible for ensuring compliance with the City's municipal codes relating to signs, zoning, property maintenance, business licenses, noise, and water quality and respond to complaints pertaining to the Uniform Housing Code and Building Codes. Officers are trained to conduct investigations, interact with the public, and issue warnings, citations, and notices. They are also required to prepare documentation for legal action and testify and present evidence in administrative hearings and court as necessary. The City of Tustin has two Code Enforcement Officers in the Division. The Officers, Brad Steen and George Wiesinger, have been working for the City for 10 and 14 years respectively. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission recognize and commend Code Enforcement Officers Brad Steen and George Wiesinger for their dedication and continued efforts for the Tustin community. Presented by: Amy Stonich, Senior Planner 4. DRAFT CITY OF TUSTIN CULTURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT COMMERCIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES — FOR 30 -DAY PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD On February 25, 2014, staff presented the draft Commercial Design Guidelines (CDG) for the Cultural Resources District (CRD) to the Commission and Agenda — Planning Commission April 8, 2014 — Page 2 of 3 recommended that the Commission receive and review the document, and provide staff with comments and direction following a 30 -day review period. The CDG will serve as a guide to assist property owners, architects, contractors, and other design professionals in understanding the City's goals for the preservation of historically significant buildings and neighborhoods. Another purpose is to provide basic principles for achieving quality design and development compatible with the character of the CRD, as the guidelines often help property owners and design professionals in designing projects that are acceptable and consistent with the design criteria and standards established for the CRD. RECOMMENDATION: That the Commission provide comments and input as deemed appropriate. Presented by: Scott Reekstin, Principal Planner STAFF CONCERNS: Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development COMMISSION CONCERNS: ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Agenda — Planning Commission April 8, 2014 — Page 3 of 3