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HomeMy WebLinkAbout13 P.C. ACT AGENDA 05-01-95ACTION AGENDA NO. 13 5-1-95 TUSTIN PLANNING- COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 24, 1995 CALL TO ORDER: 7:03 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL: PUBLIC CONCERNS: Present: Baker, Kasalek, Lunn, Mitzman and Weil (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 off-agenda items unless authorized by law). IF YOU WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ANY MATTER, PLEASE FILL OUT ONE OF THE CARDS 'LOCATED ON THE SPEAKER'S TABLE SO THAT YOUR REMARKS ON THE TAPE RECORDING OF THE MEETING CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO YOU. WHEN YOU START TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION, PLEASE STATE YOUR FULL NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. IF YOU REQUIRE SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECORDING SECRETARY AT (714) 573-3105. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ALLMATTERS LISTED UNDER CONSENT CALENDARARE 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.) Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 2 1. Minutes of the April 10, 1995 Planning Contmission Meeting. Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 3-2. Commissioner's Mitzman and Baker abstained. PUBLIC HEARINGS: IF YOU CHALLENGE AN ITEM CONSIDERED AT A PUBLIC HEARING IN CO.URT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO 'RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS AGENDA, OR IN WRITTENCORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN AT, OR PRIOR TO, THE PUBLIC HEARING. 2. Code Amendment 95-002 (Continued from April 10, 1995) APPLICANT: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: CITY OF TUSTIN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 300 CENTENNIAL WAY TUSTIN, CA 92680 CITYWIDE CITYWIDE IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THIS PROJECT WOULD NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND A NEGATIVE DECLARATION HAS BEEN PREPARED. AN AMENDMENT TO THE TUSTIN ZONING CODE TO AMEND PROVISIONS RELATED TO POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SIGNS AND TO ADD PROVISIONS RELATED TO NON COMMERCIAL SIGNS ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES. Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission continue the public hearing on this matter until May 8, 1995. Presentation: Christine Shingleton, Community Development Director Commissioner Well moved, Lunn seconded, to continue this item to the meeting of May 22, 1995. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 3 Variance 95-001 and Design Review 95-011 APPLICANT: LAND OWNER: LOCATION: ZONING-. ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS-. REQUEST: MR. BRUCE THACKER 1222 TRIUMPHAL WAY SANTA ANA, CA 92705 TUSTIN RENAISSANCE INC. 300 EL CAMINO REAL TUSTIN, CA 92680 300 EL CAMINO REAL CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (C-2P) WITH A PARKING OVERLAY THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 1) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT 1. APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE TO REDUCE THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES FROM 39 SPACES TO 31 SPACES TO ACCOMMODATE A RETAIL ART GALLERY ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 EL CAMINO REAL. 2. APPROVAL OF A DESIGN REVIEW FOR PARKING, LANDSCAPING AND BUILDING MODIFICATIONS TO ACCOMMODATE A RETAIL ART GALLERY ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 EL CAMINO REAL. Recommendation -It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve Variance 95-001 and Design Review 95-011 by adopting Resolution No. 3352, as submitted or revised. Presentation: .Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner ,Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to approve Variance 95- 001 and Design Review 95-011 by adopting Resolution No. 3352 revised as follows: Exhibit A, Condition 2.3 modified to read, "IndividuaI trash can service may be provided on the site provided that such service is acceptable in writing to ~reat Western Reclamation. In the event that trash bin service is requested either at this time or in the future by ~reat Western Reclamation, a trash bin with surrounding enclosure shall be located on the property"; the remainder of the wording of the Condition to remain as previously stated. Condition 3.1 modified to read, "At Building Plan Check, landscaping information shall be submitted on a transmitted site plan and shall contain the following: A) A combination of planting materials shall be used in all landscape areas. B) Ground covers shall be planted between eight (8) and twelve (12) inches on center. C) All plant materials shall be Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 4 installed in a healthy vigorous condition t~pical to the species and landscaping must be maintained in a neat and healthy condition. This will include but not be limited to trimming, mowing, weeding, removal of litter, fertilizing, regular watering or replacement of diseased or dead plants. D) All newly planted trees shall be staked in accordance with the City's Landscaping and Irrigation Guidelines. E) Plant materials shall be chosen and located to promote water and energy conservation. F) New landscape areas and the upgrade of all existing landscaped areas on the site shall be consistent with adopted City of Tustin Landscaping and Irrigation Requirements to the greatest extent feasible, as determined by the Community Development Department. G) Provide summary table applying indexing identification to plant material-in their actual location. The plan and table must list botanical and common names, sizes, spacing, actual location and quantity of the plant materials proposed. Note on plans that the Community Development Department may request minor substitutions of plant materials during plan check. H) Show planting details, soil preparation, staking, etc. I) Show all property lines on the landscaping and irrigation plan, publi~ right-of-way areas, sidewalk widths, parkway areas and wall locations". Condition 3.2 to read., "At Building Plan Check the irrigation plan (for irrigation only) shall be submitted which shall show the location and control of backflow prevention devices, pipe size, sprinkler type, spacing and coverage. Details for all equipment must be provided. Note on landscaping plan that coverage of landscaping irrigation materials is subject to field inspection at project completion by the Community Development Department". Condition 4.2 corrected to read, "The plans submitted into plan check shall indicate that both toilets shall be mad® accessible to persons with disabilities or as modified per ADA Guidelines by the Build'ing Official." Condition 5.2 revised to read, "A separate 24't x 36tw street improvement plan will be required for all construction within the public right-of-way. In conjunction with the above plan, a 24" x 36" reproducible work area traffic control' plan will be required". Add Condition 5.3 to. read, "The applicant shall perform a dye test to the satisfaction of the PubliC Works Department to determine if the existing building' is connected to the sanitary sewer system. If the results of the dye test indicate that the building is not connected to the sanitary sewer system, the applicant shall be required to connect the existing building to the sanitary sewer system". Condition 6.2 revised to read, "If the existing building is required to be connected to the sanitary sewer system pursuant to Condition No. 5.3 above, payment of the sewer connection fee in the amount of $3,643.91 shall be made to the Public Works Department. Payment will be required based upon those rates in effect at the time of payment and are subject to change". Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 5 REGULAR BUSINESS: 4. Community Service Organization Signs Recommendation- Pleasure of the Commission Presentation: Robert Delgadillo, Assistant Planner A consensus of the Commission showed that the project was favorable but that additional discussion was needed to iron out the details. Direction was given to staff to set up a sub-committee which would include two members of the Commission, the City Attorney, Public Works, Community Service and Community DevelopmentDepartments and local Service Clubs. Commissioners Lunn and Mitzman volunteered to serve on this committee. 5. Design Review 95-006 APPLICANT: THE HOME DEPOT 601 S. PLACENTIA AVENUE FULLERTON, CA. 92631 ATTN: JEFF NICHOLS OWNER' THE IRVINE COMPANY 550 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE P.O. BOX I NEWPORT BEACH, CA. 92658-8904 ATTN: KEITH EYRICH AGENT: DONAHUE SCHRIBER 3501 JAMBOREE RD., SUITE 300 NEWPORT BEACH, CA. 92660 ATTN: MARK WHITFIELD REPRESENTATIVE:GREENBERG FARROW 17941 FITCH ROAD, 2ND FLOOR IRVINE, CA. 92714 - ATTN: TAMARA SANTONI LOCATION: 2782 EL.CAMINO REAL ZONING: PLANNED COMMUNITY-MIXED USE (PC MU), EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 1) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH OUTDOOR SALES AREA ON THE SIDEWALK IN FRONT OF THE STORE AND MODIFY PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 6 Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission table action on Design Review 95-006, pending resolution of the traffic and circulation issues related to West Drive improvements proposed by the property owner. Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner By consensus the Planning Commission agreed to continue this item to the meeting of May 8, 1995. 6. .Sign Code Exception 95-002 APPLICANT: GANNON DESIGN ATTN: MOIRA BOYNTON 112 EAST CHAPMAN, STE. G ORANGE, CA 92666 OWNER: IRVINE APARTMENT COMMUNITIES ATTN: MR. RICHARD E. LAMPRECHT 550 NEWPORT CENTER DR., SUITE 300 NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 LOCATION: LOTS 18 AND BB OF TRACT-12870, 12771 ROBINSON DRIVE.- ZONING: PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL - (MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) - EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL: THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 11) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15311 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT REQUEST: TO AMEND A MASTER SIGN PLAN FOR THE PROPERTY TO ALLOW A THIRD PROJECT IDENTIFICATION MONUMENT SIGN AND SEVEN (7) POLE-MOUNTED AUTO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS. Recommendation -It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve Sign Code Exception 95-002 by adopting Resolution No. 3351, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Commissioner Kasalek moved, Mitzman seconded, to approve Sign Code Exception 95-002 by adopting Resolution No. 3351, as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 7 7. Use Determination 95-004· APPLICANT: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: CAR CAPITAL INC. ATTN: MR. GARY RHODES 18001 IRVINE BOULEVARD, SUITE 2C TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA 92680 18001 IRVINE BOULEVARD, SUITE 2C PROFESSIONAL (PR) DISTRICT THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15303 OF THE CALIFORNIA EQUALITY ACT (CEQA) TO DETERMINE THAT AUTOMOBILE PAWNBROKER BUSINESS IS PERMITTED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (Pr) DISTRICT Recommendation -Pleasure of the Commission. Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner By consensus, the Planning Commission recommended that the applicant apply for a Conditional Use Permit for this project and that it be scheduled for public hearing at a future meeting· . Status Reports Recommendation -Receive and file. Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner Commissioner Weil mOved, Kasalek seconded, to receive and file this report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: · Report on Actions taken at April 17 1995 City Council Meeting The Director reported on the subject agenda. She also noted that a new Code Enforcement Officer, Mark Galvan, had been hired and will. begin work in two weeks· Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 8 COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Lunn - None Commissioner Weil - None Commissioner Kasalek Asked when construction would begin at the Taco Bell at Red Hill and Nisson. She reported that the Perimeter fence was down and all the windows broken. She suggested it be boarded up. Staff stated that the project was in plan check now and anticipated construction work to begin in 30 to 60 days. Presented a flyer that had been mailed to her by Crazy Shirt's concerning a 3-day tent sale at the Tustin Market Place parking lot and asked if the City had been notified. Staff indicated no notice had been received and that follow up would proceed. Commissioner Mitzman Asked if there was any City enforcement available to monitor ice cream truck vendors. Staff stated that the City had a Vendor Ordinance and that a report would be presented to the Commission on this subject. Stated that it appears the Costco/K-Mart parking lot was being used as overflow car storage from the Auto Mall. Stated that he had purchased a bike and enjoyed riding around the City with his wife, getting to know the City a little better on a close up basis. Planning Commission Action Agenda April 24, 1995 Page 9 Commissioner Baker - Asked if the Farmers Market was still in existence. Staff stated that there was a new manager running the market and that they had stopped operation for awhile because of the rain. Asked when the Specific Plan Amendments would be brought before City Council.. Staff stated that May 15th was the date this item was scheduled to go before the City Council. Stated that someone attempted to break into his vehicle in his driveway recently and his natural reaction was to immediately go out and turn off the car alarm. He was told by a friend in law enforcement, he should not have gone out to turn off the alarm but should have'called 911. He wanted to pass this information to others as a safety precaution. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Weil moved, Lunn seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission is on May 8, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way, Tustin.