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Home My WebLink AboutPC MIN 08-26-14MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 2014 11• CALL TO ORDER Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chair Thompson Present: Chairperson Thompson Chairperson Pro Tem Lumbard Commissioners Altowaiji, Kozak, Smith Staff Present Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development Lois Bobak, City Attorney Justina Willkom, Assistant Director of Community Development Scott Reekstin, Principal Planner Amy Stonich, Senior Planner Edmelynne V. Huffer, Senior Planner Ryan Swiontek, Senior Planner Adrianne DiLeva-Johnson, Sr. Management Assistant Vera Tiscareno, Executive Assistant PUBLIC CONCERNS Shelly Madison, resident at Tustin Field 1, spoke of concern with an unpermitted structure located at the rear property of 336 Flyers Lane. She stated Code Enforcement is aware and informed Ms. Madison the property owner is seeking permits; however, she was asking the City not approve the permits. Thompson Thompson asked Staff if Ms. Madison's concern would be scheduled at a future Commission meeting. Binsack In response to both Ms. Madison and Thompson's questions/concerns, Binsack stated Staff would follow up with Ms. Madison and her concerns. The City currently has an open case on this matter and would be following up with the homeowner and the homeowners association as well. Smith Smith asked Ms. Madison for clarification on property location (Edinger/Harvard). Ms. Madison confirmed 336 Flyers Lane (Edinger/Harvard) is located behind the monument sign, which was recently stolen. I • �21, I �521 ; Approved as I APPROVAL OF MINUTES — AUGUST 12, 2014, PTikNNIN,* amended. COMMISSION MEETING. Minutes — Planning Commission — August 26, 2014 — Page 1 of 4 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the August 12, 2014 meeting as provided. Motion: It was moved by Smith, seconded by Altowaiji, to approve the August 12, 2014 Minutes, as amended. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARING: Adopted Reso. 2. USE DETERMINATION 2014-02 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT No. 4262 and 2014-03 TO ESTABLISH A 6,000 SQ. FT. RECREATI ONAL/S PORT Adopted Reso. FOIL FENCING CENTER AT 1652 EDINGER AVENUE, SUITE B IN No. 4264,as AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE OF AN INDUSTRIAL OFFICE amended. COMPLEX The applicant is requesting approval to use the existing 6,000 square - foot tenant space for the Golubitsky Fencing Center (GFC) which offers competitive foil fencing. The GFC is an international foil fencing center inspired by Sergei Golubitsky. Sergei is the only foilist in fencing history to win three (3) consecutive individual World Championships and five (5) overall World Cup Championships. He has participated in three (3) Olympics and he won the Silver Medal in 1992. The GFC was established by a group of avid fencers who have fenced their entire lives and have children who are actively competing in United States Fencing Association (USFA) sanctioned fencing tournaments. GFC's goal is to provide world class coaching and training for competitive fencers of all ages. The GFC offers memberships and currently has approximately 30 members. They anticipate that they may increase their membership to 80. APPLICANT: G -TEAM, Inc. GFC 6789 Quail Hill Parkway, #405 Irvine, CA 92603 16-1010:00 OWNER: SKB — Tustin, LLC Stream Realty Partners 16842 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 275 Irvine, CA 92603 LOCATION: 1652 Edinger Avenue, Suite B ENVIRONMENTAL: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15301, Class 1. Minutes — Planning Commission — August 26, 2014 — Page 2 of 4 That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution Nos. 4262 and 4264, approving the establishment of a 6,000 sq. ft. recreation a I/spo rt foil fencing center at 1652 Edinger Avenue, Suite B in an existing tenant space of a light industrial office complex. Stonich Presentation given. Thompson Thompson asked Stonich to explain the revisions made to Resolution No. 4262, which were presented to the Commission prior to the meeting. He also asked if any complaints had been received regarding the application. Stonich Stonich's response to Thompson's questions generally included: Originally anticipated tournaments at the project location; however, it is not the intent of this proposal; she worked with the Building Department and was able to assess that the additional restroom facilities and firewall would not be needed since the proposal is not an assembly use; there is a condition in the Resolution limiting the facility to 40 persons maximum of which the applicant agreed with; and in the event the applicant would want to occupy in a temporary manner, portable toilets would be provided upon issuance of a temporary use permit. 7:21 p.m 7:27 p.m Public Hearing Opened. Mr. Raymond Snytsheuvel spoke on behalf of the applicant; G -TEAM, Inc. and provided background information on foil fencing to the Commission regarding GFC. He also thanked Amy Stonich and Keith Clarke for their help with this project. Mr. Dean Brown, President of the Planning Consortium, explained he assisted the applicant with the planning process, the plans, and the operational characteristics of the facility. He provided a brochure to the dais. Mr. Brown stated there were no electrical or mechanical changes to the facility. He also accepted all conditions of approval Stonich. Public Hearing Closed. Kozak Kozak had favorable comments for Ms. Stonich on the staff report and the speakers for their comments. He also stated the Use Determination and CUP show this to be a compatible use. Altowaiji Altowaiji had favorable comments for Staff and the applicant and was in favor of the application, along with the revisions presented. He also welcomed the applicant to the City. Smith Smith asked Staff to clarify the City would accommodate the applicant if he chose to hold a tournament at the facility. He also had favorable comments for the applicant. Stonich Stonich stated the applicant would follow the Temporary Use Permit process. Minutes — Planning Commission — August 26, 2014 — Page 3 of 4 Lumbard Lumbard had favorable comments for the applicant. Thompson Thompson had favorable comments for the applicant. Motion: It was moved by Altowaiji, seconded by Smith to adopt Resolution No. 4262 followed by Resolution No. 4264, as amended. Motion carried 5-0. None. REGULAR BUSINESS: STAFF CONCERNS: Binsack Binsack's comments generally included: October 1, 2014 - first community workshop on the Downtown Commercial Core Plan (DCCP); DCCP Press Release to be submitted in September; DCCP flyers to be distributed at various community events, as well as in the new kiosks which have been installed throughout Old Town; and Binsack thanked the Commission for interviewing with MIG with regard to the activity taking place in the Old Town area. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Smith No concerns. Lumbard No concerns. Kozak Kozak's comments generally included: Commended Staff for the evening's meeting agenda and flyer regarding "Water Conservation"; attended the final Concerts in the Park August 13, 2014; and he informed the Commission that the American Institute of Architects Orange County Design Awards Program (aka: Airport Arts Program) at John Wayne Airport will be on exhibit through November 28, 2014. Altowaiji No concerns. Thompson Thompson attended the Orange County Forum on August 13, 2014 at the Los Angeles Angels Stadium; and he toured the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). 7:27 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. JEUR.—TROM-PSO Chairperson ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary Minutes — Planning Commission — August 26, 2014 — Page 4 of 4