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Home My WebLink About01 PC MINUTES 1-27-15 MINUTES ITEM #1 REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 27, 2015 7:02 p.m. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Altowaiji ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Pro Tem Lumbard Commissioners Altowaiji, Kozak, Smith Excused Absence: Chair Thompson None. PUBLIC CONCERNS CONSENT CALENDAR: Approved 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — JANUARY 13, 2015, PLANNING as amended COMMISSION MEETING. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the January 13, 2015 meeting, as provided. It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Altowaiji, to approve the January 13, 2015 Minutes, as amended. Motion carried 4-0-1. PUBLIC HEARING: Adopted 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) 2014-23 TO ESTABLISH Reso. No. PAWNBROKER BUSINESS IN CONJUNCTION WITH A RETAIL 4277, as JEWELRY AND WATCH STORE LOCATED AT 1631 EDINGER amended AVENUE, SUITE 104, WITHIN AN EXISTING 1,158 SQ. FT. TENANT SPACE. A request to establish pawnbroker business in conjunction with a retail jewelry and watch store located at 1631 Edinger Avenue, Suite 104, within an existing 1,158 sq. ft. tenant space. APPLICANT: POOYA"PJ" JAVANSHIR ATLANTIS WATCHES, INC. 1631 EDINGER AVE, SUITE 104 TUSTI N, CA 92780 Minutes—Planning Commission—January 27, 2015—Page 1 of 5 PROPERTY OWNER: TUSTIN GATEWAY L. P. DWA SMITH & COMPANY 2082 MICHELSON DRIVE, SUITE 212B IRVINE, CA 92612 LOCATION: 1631 EDINGER AVENUE, SUITE 104 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. 4277 approving CUP 2014-23 to authorize the establishment of a pawnbroker business in conjunction with a retail jewelry and watch store located at 1631 Edinger Avenue, Suite 104. Beier Presentation given. Smith Smith questioned the zoning code restrictions on window signage. Binsack In response to Smith's question, Binsack stated the 25 percent maximum allowable area is in the Tustin City Sign Code and that the amended resolution provided would be a clarification of that requirement. 7:10 p.m. Public Hearing Opened. Mr. Javanshir's comments/questions generally included: Background information on his collateral lending business; favorable comments on working and living in Tustin; clarification regarding window signage; his understanding of the Tustin City Sign Code; and he asked if the blackened window in front of the vault room could remain as signage or if it would be considered part of the 25 percent requirement. Binsack Binsack's response to Mr. Javanshir's questions generally included: The possibility of qualifying for additional signage but it would be allocated to the linear frontage of the store; signage may not pertain to the window area that is blackened; and staff would need to take a look at what type of signage would qualify. Lumbard Lumbard asked if the blackened window would be considered signage towards the 25 percent requirement. He also asked if the applicant understood and was in agreement with the Conditions of Approval. Binsack Per Binsack, the blackened window would constitute as a window and the 25 percent would apply; and that the applicant may qualify for additional signage. Minutes—Planning Commission—January 27, 2015—Page 2 of 5 Mr. Javanshir was in agreement with the Conditions of Approval; however, he requested further discussion with staff to see what he would be entitled to, as well as clarification on pawnbroker signage and if that would include using the word "loans". He also mentioned the blackened window with regard to the previous owner and that there is only drywall behind the window. Binsack In response to Mr. Javanshir's question, the intent is "pawning" and the purpose is "ancillary" to the primary use which is really the "jewelry" function. The other portions may not be specifically advertised. Smith Smith asked staff if the term "loan" is considered to be related to "pawnbroker'. Binsack Binsack stated the term "loan" would not be considered as part of a "jewelry" store, but associated with the pawn operation. 7:15 p.m. Public Hearing Closed. Kozak Favorable comments from Kozak to staff for the item and presentation as well as for working with the applicant on the signage. Altowaiji Favorable comments from Altowaiji for staff, the applicant and the item. Smith Smith supported the amended resolution and thanked the applicant for conducting his business in Tustin. Lumbard Lumbard reiterated the comments the Commissioners previously stated. It was moved by Smith, seconded by Altowaiji, to adopt Resolution No. 4277, as amended. Motion carried 4-0-1. REGULAR BUSINESS: Received 3. CITY OF TUSTIN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 2014 YEAR IN and filed. REVIEW The Community Development Department's 2014 Year in Review summarizes the Community Development Department's activity throughout 2014 including discretionary permits processed and approved (i.e. Conditional Use Permits, Design Reviews, Subdivision Maps, etc.), major accomplishments for various functional areas within the Department, Code Enforcement activities, and Building Division activities. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file the report. Minutes—Planning Commission—January 27, 2015—Page 3 of 5 DiLeva- Presentation given. Johnson Kozak Kozak had favorable comments regarding the report. He is looking forward to another similar year in 2015. Altowaiji Altowaiji had favorable comments regarding the report as well as Community Development's accomplishments. Smith Smith had favorable comments regarding the report. He also asked about the following: If film permits were being issued for the Hangars; what type of film work is being done in the City; and what the long term branding opportunities were. Binsack Binsack's response to Smith's questions generally included: Plenty of filming taking place city-wide including Tustin parks; there is filming interest in the Old Town area and the Hangar; recently, a commercial was done at the Domino's Pizza on Newport Avenue; and Chapman college students are requesting film permits. Lumbard Lumbard stated presentations were positive and impressive; positive business environment, as seen by the new businesses; new construction and infill construction throughout Tustin; increased Legacy planning shows the City is past the economic slump; neighborhood improvements; graffiti decrease; and he thanked staff, Commission and City Officials. It was moved by Altowaiji, seconded by Kozak to receive and file the item. Motion carried 4-0-1. STAFF CONCERNS: Binsack For the record, Chair Thompson's absence is excused. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Kozak Kozak thanked staff for the CLG report. Kozak attended the following: • 1/20 City Council Meeting — Commissioner reappointments • 1/23 10th Annual Mayor's Inaugural Dinner Altowaiji Altowaiji congratulated Commissioners Lumbard and Smith on their reappointment to the Planning Commission. On January 23, 20157 Altowaiji attended the 10th Annual Mayor's Inaugural Dinner. Smith Smith thanked staff for working together for the past 2 years. He is looking forward to working another 2 years with the Commission. Smith thanked Council as well. Minutes—Planning Commission—January 27, 2015—Page 4 of 5 Lumbard Lumbard echoed Smith's comments. He is looking forward to the next 2 years and stated the last 2 years were interesting, busy, and fun. 7:35 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way. Minutes—Planning Commission—January 27, 2015—Page 5 of 5